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History of Cuba: A Captivating Guide to Cuban History, Starting from Christopher Columbus' Arrival to Fidel Castro
- Narrated by: Richard L Walton
- Length: 3 hrs and 5 mins
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Publisher's Summary
If you want to discover the remarkable history of Cuba, then pay attention....
The themes of the history of Cuba are as vast as they are inspiring. Cuba has stared death in the face throughout its rocky history, and most of the time it has gazed into the eyes of death and smiled. Over and over, oppressors have attempted to seize this island and its riches for their own selfish purposes. And over and over, revolutions have risen up to conquer in an attempt to return Cuba to its people.
The story of Cuba is a tale of courage and sacrifice, of horrific oppression and inspiring vision. It is a story about exploitation and hope, about a tiny island that rose to global importance.
There are battles and shipwrecks, pirates and Indians, tragic sacrifices and resounding triumphs. The Cuban people over and over show their resilience, courage, and passion in the face of incredible odds. They are a people that one cannot help but admire. And in this captivating history audiobook, you'll discover their story.
In History of Cuba: A Captivating Guide to Cuban History, Starting from Christopher Columbus' Arrival to Fidel Castro, you will discover topics such as:
- Cuba before Columbus
- The arrival of the Spaniards
- Slavery and sugarcane
- War
- "The Cry of Yara"
- Freedom
- Independent at last
- A new leader
- Castro's Cuba
- Desperate times
- A new horizon
- And much, much more
So listen to this audiobook now if you want to learn more about the history of Cuba!